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Finally got to try it this weekend... what a difference ! The heat, I can deal with that, but the metallic taste as you sip coffee, no sir I wont have it. Really worked well, glad I got it :) Thanks for checking out the video, Cheers

Howdy Daniel! Theres a coincidence right there ! Actually just tried out the new ultralight 25 degree quilt with the 25 degree full sheet and it was awesome...its just a nicer experience having the sheet material under your feet instead of sleep pad material. Also, I didn't notice it until I was in the mountains in bed but there are some other connection points midway down the quilt that look like they are supposed to match with something.. I need to look into that but so far its a great combo ! As to the tent question, basically the selection process in late 2022 went like this : I started with what's one of the most ultralight / well known / best performing DCF tent on the market right now : Zpacks. SO initially this was my choice At the time, X-Mid was not on the radar as far as making the top 10 lists for ultralight gear, at least not that I came across. I accidentally stumbled across a youtube video where someone had just ordered a Durston DCF tent, was on a long waiting list and was sharing some thoughts about that. I looked it up and just immediately fell for the functional design, the aesthetics, and how seemingly easy it was to pitch this tent. So I switched over and Im super super happy I did. I had to go through buying the non plus 2 person first but Im really happy to have ended up with a plus version! I would say that its highly possible I may have eventually started leaning towards Tarp Tent if the standard X-Mid Pro 2 was what I was stuck with, but now that the 2 plus is out...this is perfect for me. In 2023 I was looking for an alternate tent and thats when I came across Tarp Tent. They have super impressive models to choose from, highly functional, light weight. Ultimately I went with the Big Agnes Copper spur HV3 to use more for the kind of campsite you would use at Lodgepole in the sequoias. Thanks for checking out the video !

@@zacmagers Ha. We've entered bizarro world. Mrs. And I purchased the Big Agnes Copper Spur HV3 but the MtnGlo version along with my SHTF tent the Hilleberg Keron 3gt. Funny how different people can assess the plethora of options and land on the same selections. I know I've spent more research hours than cash (barely) so to pick those is evidence you've done the same so you probably have a good reason not to be concerned about a single wall tent like you live in an arid landscape or something. I'm near the Shenandoahs and Skyline Drive and I do mean there's some dew. Condensation is a constant struggle up here. I got about one more tent purchase left before my wife rakes me over the coals so this last decision is crucial and the Xmid was on my list of 3. I think considering my locale double walls are a must. Once I work up the moxy and get over this ridiculous camera shyness I'll put up a companion video and let you see your kit in a mirror in the double rainbow👌😃 I have the full sheet too with the 10f light quilt from Zen but man that color scheme with the old sheet with the updated ultralight 25 just clashes awfully. Green, navy blue, yellow with white and gray or black and red....I listed way too many colors and none of them compliment each other. I'd almost have to buy the half sheet just so it didn't look like a paint ball exploded when you opened the tent door. I think they chose to halve the sheet because of the sewn in foot box on the 25f. I guess they figured your lower torso wouldn't be making contact with the pad anyways. Best I can figure besides saving a whoppin, what, 2 ounces?

Awesome thank you very much! Really happy you enjoyed the video :) I’m just about to check out of the hotel and head to the tram for this trip. Be well, cheers !

Howdy Matt! You make a very solid / valid point. This is very non - scientific experiment to say the least and I’ll admit I was having a little fun with the comments in this video for sure. I would love to approach this topic again in a more well thought out video. Not going to satisfy everyone but I definitely could do a better job:) Like not doing this on near 100 degree days … Appreciate you taking the time to check it out tho! Be well, cheers.

Right on!!! Glad that helped you out:) Have a great day!

Hey mister Tim! Wowww 40lbs is no small task ! I’m glad you have a very manageable weight now. 20lbs with some added comforts is just fine :) Do you have a favorite Round Valley site number to stay at? I was going to go back to Swallow, it looked beautiful when I was checking the area out last December. The tram is really awesome I’m looking forward to that again, all the folks running the tram and the facility staff were so helpful and positive, seems like a good crew there. Thanks for checking the video out! Can’t wait to head out there soon :) Cheers

There’s a GSI mug!? I wonder if the GSI filter nestles inside .. Ok so you make a good point that I honestly had forgotten about : these titanium cups cool down super quick and the contents as well. It seemed like you had 5 min max of super hot coffee, a few min of luke warm coffee and downhill from there so you have to hurry. Not a very relaxing way to start the day. I’ll probably have to give that a shot! thanks for the suggestion :)

Hey Jason! Glad you got the package man, hope you have some good camping / backpacking this summer :) I’ve been very very tempted to get it…I know someday I’ll be in REI or something and won’t be able to help myself. I wonder if it will fit my Nemo Elite pillow…

Also I suggest using a paper filter with the GSI filter. I put 1 serving in one of those small snack baggies. After brewing I just lift the paper filter out and put it into the now empty coffee baggie for an easy clean up.

Hey Garry! Been a while I hope all is well :) Glad you had a good Sunday chuckle, always a good way to start the day ha. And I’ll certainly give that a try for sure, actually as I think that through there’s less water use for clean up and I don’t have to rinse grounds onto the..well ground, great idea I’ll give that a shot!

Thanks for checking out the vid !

Just looked those up! Reminds me of Danner, such a classic look. Great suggestion! Thanks for checking out the vid:)

Howdy there ! Great question. While Im not experienced even in areas of light precipitation backpacking, Im certainly not yet experienced in snow / icy conditions, however I did pick up a pair of the Climasalomon Ultra 4 early this year that I plan on putting to the test in light snow conditions. Theres a lot of expensive ways to put money into waterproof / snow ready boots, so far the Climasalomon are actually reasonably priced and have good reviews for light duty snow readiness. Im hoping to test these later this year. Hopefully that helps ! Cheers

So I just stayed with medium ( medium in mens and medium in women's ) and foooor sure, the women's medium are a little snug, but I happen to like that. If you spend a lot of time with leg day, that might not work out too well especially taking big incline steps. So far the switch has been working out great !

Howdy from LA! Thanks for checking out the video!

Hello there and thank you ! Having some extra outsole cushion Im sure helped a little with the horse shit for sure, excellent choice ! Really glad they work out well for you, they are super nice looking shoes. It would be nice if the Lone Peak came in some similar color ways as the Olympus.. Thanks for checking out the vid! Cheers

Howdy there Salty Dog! Awesome user name. Stoked to hear you find time to get out there, and I bet trail running in the Bay area must be absolutely amazing! The meditation and clarity on the day hike / trail run weekends before the week presumes, not much else beats that for mental health in my opinion. So I’m happy to hear you get out there and hit it! Very much appreciate you checking out the channel, got a few adventures planned in the mountains this year and I can’t wait to get some more vids up:) See you on the next one Cheers

Right on ! I often wonder how long Patagonia will include that liner... Thanks for checking out the video ! Cheers :)

Yessss! Howdy Amy! As long as you don’t make a rookie mistake taking princess pictures on slippery rocks under a waterfall…you know what these turned out pretty good over the year. Your going to love them:) Cheers

A fellow member of the procurement / supply chain folks of the world? This is truth, you are correct. Different revision controlled designs, different tooling costs. I would have loved to get more into the design / end procurement and warehouse management of additional materials, but I found myself being long winded enough :) Retention rate zero % at that point ha! Thanks for mentioning this and checking out the video!

Mr Sawn! How are you man!? Much appreciate the kind words. Continuing to explore new ways of delivering information, getting to the point while still being me. It’s been really fun. Finding the time lately is the bigger challenge but the show must go on! I mentioned to Jo there was a major demand for her return haha. She says “ tell them you don’t let me go with you when you film”… these lies :) I’m planning a few nights in San Jacinto in June that she is trying to arrange time for, but we definitely have a trip in September back to Sequoias that she will be joining. Really looking forward to that!

Super stoked you won! Feel free to email me anytime ( email and Insta linked on channel also ) laurel.hollywood@gmail.com

Hey man! That’s for sure the range 100%. When I was finishing editing and looked it up, 23 miles is the exact distance. Thus far since that edit, I’ve managed to learn that mileage number and not have a Jim Carrey The Number 23 meltdown …

Thanks man! Thought that would be kinda fun :)

Whats up Jason! Congrats man! Hopefully that wasn't too hard to find... Whenever you can, hit me up here and we can get things rolling for you :) laurel.hollywood@gmail.com

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Howdy there! Thanks for checking out the vid:) So, I’m still super new at backpacking and I’ll be exploring more this year on some planned trips. Someone reached out and recommended I believe it to be the MSI reusable filter? Anyways I picked one up and actually plan to use this in a few weeks on a planned backpacking trip in San Jacinto. I’m no coffee connoisseur, but I’m pretty set that even something as simple as the Alpine instant isn’t going to be my go to unless the trip calls for it. I just want a simple medium roast black coffee that taste good, bringing my own grounds and a reusable filter seems like the way to go. I’ll test that out in a few weeks so that will definitely be in a June vid release. Also, need a lightweight solution for a cup…I’m not vibing on drinking coffee from a titanium cup. Cools too quick, tastes metallic. You’re camping, it’s not ideal I get it, but coffee is important to me and I want to get that right so I can start the day with some chill amazing coffee in the chair! I’ll let everyone know how the MSI filter works out in the June vid. Cheers !

That’s just how it goes sometimes !

Howdy there! Really appreciate you, awesome comment and thank you so very much for checking out this vid, was my fav from 2023 by far. Happy you enjoyed:) Be well, cheers

Howdy there! Well, thanks for checking out the vid, much appreciated. A mix of ADHD and nerding out, I can certainly manage a yammer. Trust me, having to listen to this multiple times when I’m editing is the hardest part! As I continue making content, I hope to find a good balance with getting to the point and making enjoyable content. Appreciate your time and comment! Be well, cheers

Ha, short and sweet! Well thanks for checking out the vid tho:)

Howdy there! Really glad you enjoyed! This place just continues to fascinate me no matter how many times I go. Beautiful place. I spotted a different trail when I was there the other week, going to check that out next. Be well, cheers

These pads are awesome! Those side ridges make a considerable difference for sure. I was so happy to see these fit so easily in an X Mid Pro…awesome Thanks for checking out the vid!

Hey there, much appreciated! Thanks for checking out the vid :) Cheers

As long as it doesn’t have beef jerky crumbs on it, works out well!

Howdy Brice! Hope all is well with you and team! True that, that’s an important narrative / tag line for sure. I’m so blown away by the space in this new tweak of the X Mid design, and shoutout to Dan for giving me some design details to note in this video. I’m super stoked to get this tent out there this year! It’s a little nerve racking to film in this spot, as beautiful as it is. LA is not so…accepting of tents in higher end neighborhoods so I have to make quick work of it, understandably so. The amount of times I have to edit out me walking over to rangers or concerned park guests is quite a bit! It helps there’s a camera and it’s seemingly obvious what’s going on but the looks are like “ he’s not staying out here in Beverly Hills is he ? “ it’s a good time ha! A night there would be funny. Tesla sounds in the background, a late night post-mates delivery of my favorite tacos, wake up to someone setting up a birthday party picnic, that would be a classic on the channel for sure! Thanks for checking this out Brice, congrats on the new blue color way release of your frame, looks awesome!

Howdy there! Well thats a good chunk of miles, Im happy to hear these are working out for you! Being super new to backpacking, Im not experienced enough to have a well thought out and tested set of gear per the conditions Im heading in, but one thing is pretty clear, Im going to beat the hell out of these if I keep using them on some of my frequented trails local in LA. I wish I could fins something lite, vibram sole, non gortex for use in my favorite spots with scree, wet rock, scrambling, and regular trial...the holy grail for me. Otherwise these are just short lived expensive experiments. Open to suggestions! Thanks for checking out the vid :)

Hi there. Just finished the camino frances 2 weeks ago, I used a NB more v3 trail but I saw a lot of Olympus 5 being worn by pilgrims. It is a good choice for the type of terrain of the Camino, very few difficult rocky areas.

Howdy there ! That’s very interesting, seems like a popular shoe there. Hope you had a great time on Camino ! This feed back kind of solidifies that these shoes will be just fine and better used for more continuous flat trail conditions or pavement. Although I did notice these shoes seem to run about a half size smaller tho…

@@zacmagers Howdy! Yes I believe you’re right on the sizing. Precisely at Santiago de Compostela, there’s a good hikers store where I decided to try on the shoe. The sales rep + my trying it confirmed it does run snug, thus recommending me to go half a size up. The reason seems to be the padding on the heel, which hugs that part of the foot well enough so that the front displaces a bit forward (this happened to me in similar ergonomics in running shoes like the Asics Nimbus 25 and Saucony Triumph 20, where they have heftier heel support). Since it’s not easy to find stores that carry Altra’s, after that try-on I decided to purchase them since they’re on good sales because of the upcoming release of version 6.

Howdy there ! The footage of this bears behavior basically lives rent free in my mind, not from a place of fear but an understanding of how situational each encounter can be, and that its just a mater of time before the long standing " there have been no black bear fatal attacks in X years in X area " is no longer a stat thats true. Now thats certainly not the bears fault, but we happen to be sharing a space in this nature and its ridiculous that people aren't allowed to protect themselves with non-lethal means. The rangers are utilizing rubber pellets, spray, so on as a deterrent as last measure when its the last resort, which just points to not a protection of bears from weapons, but a lack in trust of the general public to carry non-lethal protection. Folks that misuse these tools should face heavy fines and /or jail time, but instead the tools are stripped away from everyone. Thanks for checking out the video !

Hey mister ! That actually sounds like a great request…hopefully Dan see this suggestion. The couple times I used the 2023 X Mid Pro 2 last year, I was having this issue with my sleeping bag. Fortunately nothing too extreme but I was having a hard time falling asleep because I was thinking about my bag touching the walls. I remember a couple nights looking through the tent with my headlamp on and it looked like a sauna in there with moisture floating around…wild. Great suggestion, hopefully we see that in the lineup someday soon!

@@zacmagers exactly! It’s kind of a mental thing. Like… is my warm bag going to get saturated with condensation and affect the warmth for night two? Anyways, thanks for the info in the video. Well done.

Despite not having “plus” in it’s name, the regular double wall X-Mid 2 actually already has slightly MORE floor area X-Mid Pro 2+. However, the interior peak height of the X-Mid 2 is 4” shorter than the X Mid Pro 2+. X-Mid 2 Interior LWH : 92 x 52 x 45. X-Mid Pro 2+ Interior LWH: 90 x 52 x 49.

@@e2dub that’s great to know. Thank you. I did not know that. Now I need to go buy one 😂

Thanks for checking it out! Really glad you liked it, this was a fun one :)

Really glad you found this useful! Thanks for checking it out :)

Hey man, awesome comment thanks for checking out this vid! Super bad ass sandals, glad you have a pair these things are pretty amazing. There’s been a couple times around LA wearing these that people see them and can’t help but say “ hey Bedrocks, I have some too!” Pretty cool experience. Summer hikes demand these and I’m super stoked they exist. I’ll have to check out the new line up and see how they look… Thanks again:)